Thursday, September 3, 2026

Politics

June 5, 2026

Accord Party condemns attempted assassination of Osun LG chairman, demands investigation

“Osun remains united in support of continued development, peace and prosperity across the state,” Accord Party said.

Accord party members
June 5, 2026

ADC sues Federal High Court chief judge for disregarding court order

Mr Ukandu sought an order compelling the National Judicial Council to investigate allegations of corruption and abuse of judicial powers levelled against Mr Tsoho.

ADC chieftains and Justice Tsoho
June 5, 2026

Oyo assembly confirms two commissioner nominees

The Oyo State House of Assembly has confirmed the nomination of Lateef Oyeleke and Ayobami Ojo as commissioners.

Oyo State House of Assembly
June 5, 2026

PDP constitutes appeal panels for primary election disputes

The panels were established to promote transparency, fairness and internal democracy in the party’s electoral process.

PDP members in Kano
June 5, 2026

State police amendment expected ‘shortly’, Presidency confirms

The president has maintained in the last few months that state police are a necessary response to Nigeria’s evolving security challenges.

Tunji Disu, Jibrin Barau, Femi Gbajabiamila, Benjamin Kalu, others.
June 4, 2026

Leadership Crisis: NNPP threatens nationwide protest, demands INEC compliance with court judgements

According to him, despite judicial pronouncements, INEC has continued to recognise the then Dr Ajuji Ahmed group and now the Bala Mohammed-led group.

New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP)
June 4, 2026

We won’t give terrorists ransom, weapons, change laws for release of kidnapped schoolchildren: Oyo Speaker

“If it were up to you, would you negotiate with terrorists? If they asked for weapons, money, or concessions of future laws of this land as part of their ransom,” said the speaker.

Terrorists, Oyo speaker
June 4, 2026

300,000 voters to participate in Nasarawa North senatorial bye-election: INEC

INEC says more than 300,000 registered voters are expected to participate in the Nasarawa North senatorial district bye-election scheduled for June 20.

Ballot boxes
June 4, 2026

Tinubu hails Jimoh Ibrahim on election as UN budget committee chair

Mr Tinubu has congratulated Mr Ibrahim on his election as chairman of the United Nations General Assembly Fifth Committee on Budget and Administration.

President Bola Tinubu with Jimoh Ibrahim
June 4, 2026

Senate raises sugar tax, establishes health fund for diseases

The Senate on Wednesday approved a new excise duty regime on sugar-sweetened beverages.

Senate